Smoky BBQ Chicken Soup Recipe: 5-Star Comfort in 40 Minutes
A hearty smoky BBQ chicken soup packed with flavor and nutrients. Perfect for cold days, immune support, or a satisfying low-calorie meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (sugar-free for keto)
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened (5 mins).
- Add chicken and cook until no longer pink (7 mins).
- Pour in chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and diced tomatoes.
- Stir in smoked paprika and cumin.
- Simmer for 20 mins until chicken is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Use sugar-free BBQ sauce for keto or low-carb versions.
- Add extra vegetables like zucchini for more nutrients.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg